Crunching in Rear Passenger Side
There is a constant crunching sound for the rear passenger side. There is no play in the steering wheel. The sound is constant, no matter what speed we are at.
My car has 156000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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A noise diagnostic should pinpoint the specific fault especially as your indicating that the noise is limited to one corner of the vehicle, that is the right rear. If the noise is that localized, the cause will be relatively easy to find. Different people report noises differently of course, but "noise" generally from that area is due to brake issues, wheel bearings, loose struts, wear in the control arm bushings, other loose suspension parts and even loose lug nuts. The exhaust system will be checked, too, to be sure the pipes are not hitting the body, causing noise. As far as your issues with the steering wheel, this may be a separate issue. A certified YourMechanic technician can be dispatched to your location to inspect your steering system and suggest what the issue may be.
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Worn Ball Joints Ball joints enable the movement of the suspension control arms and steering knuckles. To move smoothly, it`s crucial that these joints remain lubricated at all times. If they become dry, they may start making squeaking or crunching noises when you turn the steering wheel at low speeds.
Low Power Steering Fluid: If you hear a squealing noise while turning the steering wheel, it may be an indication that the power steering fluid is low. Fluid may become low because of a leak. You can check under the engine for leaks by looking for red or pink liquid, the typical color of most power steering fluids.
Reasons Your Car Makes a Noise When You Turn the Wheel
Power Steering Pump: Also heard at low speeds, this sound is most often described as a whining sound that seems to be coming from the engine. CV Joints: If you notice a crunching noise when turning at high speeds, the main culprit is usually the CV joints.
Yes one of the most common symptoms of low power steering fluid besides harder turning is the noise. When the pump is low on fluid it can start to experience cavitation, which means air in the fluid pump causing damage. It will sound like a loud grinding, groaning, or binding noise.
A sure sign of air in the system is what sounds like a mildly disgruntled cat under the hood. This growling will get louder during power steering-intensive movements such as parallel parking. The first thing to check when the power steering starts moaning and groaning is the fluid level.
When the Rack and Pinion Fails. There are a few ways you can tell if your steering gear is failing, such as excess noise, movement, effort or leaks. When you`re turning the steering wheel and it seems to be looser or tighter than the rest of the rack, you could have a flat spot or notch in the steering.
Power steering pump noise is one of the most identifiable sounds your car can make when it is broken. There can be a lot of clunks, squeaks or hums that can indicate a wide variety of other problems, but a whining power steering pump us usually very distinctive.
A low fluid level is the most common cause of power steering noises. The power steering fluid reservoir is small and many people don`t think to check it very often, so it won`t take much fluid loss to cause a problem.
Causes of Strange Sounds When Turning the Wheel
Suspension Joints: Often heard at lower speeds, creaking, clunking, or popping is an indication of worn-out suspension joints. Power Steering Pump: Another low-speed sound, a whining noise can often diagnose an issue with the power steering pump.
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